Want a mediocre approach to life? - Anonymous employee Citi Employee Review

2.0
Oct 15, 2008
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Not really challenged - if you want a run of the mill cruisy environment where mediocrity and sycophancy are tacitly encouraged then this place is for you.

Cons

Culture of suspicion, tall poppy syndrome, perpetuation of mediocrity

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Pros

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Cons

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